For an extra layer of flavor, toast the walnuts before chopping. This will enhance their nutty aroma and add a deeper dimension to the baklava crust. Be generous with the melted butter when layering the phyllo dough. This ensures a crispy, golden-brown crust. When making the syrup, adjust the amount of honey to your liking. If you prefer a less sweet cheesecake, reduce the honey slightly. Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before drizzling the syrup. This will prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
Baklava Cheesecake
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS10
Experience the extraordinary fusion of two beloved desserts in this Baklava Cheesecake. A buttery, crisp baklava crust cradles a creamy cheesecake filling, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will transport your taste buds to dessert paradise. Best prepared a day ahead to allow the flavors to meld.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate55 g
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Cholesterol92 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat15 g
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Sodium268 mg
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Sugar41 g
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Fat32 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch pan. (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
Toss walnuts and cinnamon together in a bowl and set aside. (2 minutes)
03
Step
30 mins
Unroll phyllo dough and trim to just slightly larger than the pan so dough will run up the sides. Place 2 sheets of dough in the prepared pan and butter thoroughly. Repeat for a total of 8 sheets layered. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of cinnamon-walnut mixture on top. Top with 2 more sheets of dough, butter, cinnamon-walnut mixture; repeat and end with 3 sheets of dough. Butter the top of the baklava. (30 minutes)
04
Step
20 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Leave oven on.
05
Step
15 mins
Meanwhile, combine cream cheese, sugar, and flour in the bowl of an electric mixer. Beat on high power until smooth, about 1 minute. Scrape the bowl. Beat on low speed and add eggs 1 at a time, beating about 15 seconds after each. Scrape bowl. Add lemon juice and beat on high speed until well blended, about 1 minute. Pour mixture over baked baklava crust in the pan while crust is still hot. (15 minutes)
06
Step
1 hrs
Bake in the hot oven until set, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
07
Step
5 mins
Cut cooled cheesecake into 12 servings. (5 minutes)
08
Step
25 mins
Combine water and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil until melted, about 5 minutes. Add honey and vanilla extract and simmer for 20 minutes. Drizzle hot sauce over the cooled cake, making sure to get in between the slices. (25 minutes)
09
StepRefrigerate uncovered or only lightly covered with aluminum foil; a tight seal will make it soggy.
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Edd Vandervort
Jun 28, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the results were outstanding. I will definitely be making this again!
Sally Goldner
Jun 28, 2025This recipe is amazing! The baklava crust is perfectly crunchy, and the cheesecake filling is so creamy and delicious.
Matteo Wisoky
Jun 28, 2025I added a pinch of cardamom to the walnut mixture for an extra touch of warmth. It was a fantastic addition!
Irma Reilly
Jun 27, 2025I made this for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the unique combination of flavors and textures.